The Sloppy Boys

The guys make the "Mai Tai for Guys" and think about what it means to be a man these days!GUY TAI RECIPE:1 BEER1oz/30ml LIME JUICE1oz/30ml AMARETTO1oz/30ml TRIPLE SECOptional floater DARK RUMPour ingredients into glass. Drink proudly and unashamed of your normal male urges.Recipe via The Sloppy Boys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys sample Labatt Blue in the very town that it's brewed. Founded in 1847, Labatt Brewing Company is the largest brewer in Canada. This episode was recorded Feb 25th 2025 at The Great Hall in Toronto.Labatt Blue is available in select stores. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys take a break from the bullshit to focus up on a classic! Juniper and Quinine collide-- in this cocktail for the ages! Do NOT miss this one!GIN AND TONIC RECIPE: 2oz/60ml GIN4oz/120ml TONIC WATERFill a highball glass with ice and add the gin. Top with tonic water and gently stir. Garnish with two lime wheels, or other seasonal garnishes.Recipe via Liquor.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys crack cans of the Twin Cities classic and the live audience introduces them to the terror of the Grape Ape.Hamm's beer is available in select stores. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys follow up on the "drink of the summer" murmurs surrounding TikTok's "Spicy Sauvy B"JALAPEÑO SAUVIGNON BLANC RECIPE1 glass Sauvignon Blanc1 jalapeñoSlice the jalapeño into rounds, removing the seeds, and place in the freezer until frozen. Fill a wine glass with Sauvignon Blanc and plop in 2-3 frozen jalapeño rounds.Recipe via The New York Times Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys uncover a powerful ancient ritual that initiates all five tastes!THE FIVE CUPS RECIPE: RUM & TRIPLE SECRUM & CAMPARIRUM & LEMONRUM & PICKLE JUICERUM & WORCESTERSHIREFollow thee these steps three...One: Line up five frozen shot glasses.Two: Splash, splash, squeeze, drip and dash each of the respective Taste Initiators into their respective glasses.Three: Shake at least five ounces of white rum and much ice indeed until your hands have become quite cold, my son.Now top off each and every one of... The Five CupsRecipe via The Sloppy Boys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys punch up the Grape Ape into a superior drink experience sure to take the world by storm!GRAPE GORILLA RECIPE1.5oz/45ml Vodka1.5oz/45ml Sour Mix1.5oz/45ml Celsius Grape RushCombine ingredients in a glass filled with ice. Drink quickly through four straws.Recipe via The Sloppy Boys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys "taste the rainbow" with their latest invention-- a Silk Panties-inspired drink destined to break the internet, flip the script and send shockwaves throughout all of humanity!CARMEN MIRANDA RECIPE:2oz/60ml VODKA1oz/30ml VARIOUS FRUIT LIQUEURS AND SCHNAPPSESCombine at least 4 different fruit liqueurs and/or schnappses in a shot glass. Add them to a shaker filled with ice, along with vodka. Shake and strain into your favorite glass. Garnish as much as possible.Recipe via The Sloppy Boys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys welcome DIY king Jeff Rosenstock for a far-reaching discussion powered by the iced tea from his native Long Island.LONG ISLAND ICED TEA RECIPE: shot TEQUILAshot VODKAshot WHITE RUMshot TRIPLE SECshot GIN a little bit SOUR MIXfor color COLARecipe via Bob Butt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The boys put their heads together to try and come up with a worldwide smash, starting with an awesome new drink that will have you and everyone you know completely going crazy.GATOR BITE RECIPE:1.5oz/45ml RUM1.5oz/45ml LIME JUICE1.5oz/45ml SPRITEPour ingredients in their individual shot glasses and line them up together. Take as a series of shots, or sip selectively.Recipe via The Sloppy Boys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys drink the official cocktail of The Masters Tournament. The recipe comes from Augusta National Golf Club, which hosts the tournament annually.AZALEA RECIPE: 1.25oz/37ml VODKA.5oz/150ml LEMONADE.5oz/15ml GRENADINECombine ingredients in an ice-filled glass and stir. Garnish with cherry and lemon wheel.Recipe via The Masters Tournament Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys make the new chuggable viral sensation where you combine Coors Light and Smirnoff Ice.ICE ROCKET RECIPE: 2/3 COORS LIGHT 1/3 SMIRNOFF ICE Pour Coors Light into a chilled pint glass until 2/3 full. Top up with Smirnoff Ice. Drink quickly, shotgun-style.Recipe via Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys reckon with a purple powerhouse that ambushed them on a recent tour!GRAPE APE RECIPE:1.5oz/45ml CITRUS VODKA1.5oz/45ml SOUR MIX1.50z/45ml GRAPE SODA Combine vodka and sour mix in a glass filled with ice. Top with grape soda. Add two (or even three) straws and drink quickly, shotgun style.Recipe via The Loon Cale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys welcome radio and podcast giant Tom Scharpling (The Best Show) to discuss the curious combination of pineapple juice and vodka.VODKA PINEAPPLE RECIPE: to taste VODKA to taste PINEAPPLE JUICE Combine vodka and pineapple juice however you want and drink it.Recipe via Tom Scharpling Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys give a "favorite" another chance, in the heart of the city itself!MANHATTAN RECIPE: 1.7oz/50ml RYE WHISKEY .67oz/20ml SWEET RED VERMOUTH1 dash ANGOSTURA BITTERSPour all ingredients into mixing glass with ice cubes. Stir well.Strain into chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with cocktail cherry. Recipe via IBA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To celebrate St. Patrick's Day, the guys make shots that look like miniature Guinness pints!BABY GUINNESS RECIPE: 3/4 shot COFFEE LIQUEUR1/4 shot BAILEY'S IRISH CREMENearly fill a shot glass with coffee liqueur. Over the back of a spoon, gently add Bailey's over the top, creating a layered effect. Serve as a shot.Recipe via St. Patrick Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welllllll the boys are in Philly once again, this time trying the beloved beer-and-shot combo invented at Bob & Barbara's Lounge.CITYWIDE SPECIAL RECIPE: 12oz can PABST BLUE RIBBON.75oz/22ml JIM BEAMServe the beer and shot combo together and enjoy.via Bob & Barbara's Lounge Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys crack into some spherical stackables invented by Texas school teacher Merrilee Kick. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys try the Campari tiki drink, a new addition to the IBA list (to which they are NOT beholden.)JUNGLE BIRD RECIPE: 1.5oz/45ml BLACKSTRAP RUM.75oz/22ml CAMPARI1.5oz PINEAPPLE JUICE .5oz/15ml LIME JUICE.5oz/15ml DEMERARA SYRUPPour all ingredients into a shaker filled with ice. Shake and strain into a rocks glass filled with ice.Garnish with pineapple wedge.Recipes via the International Bartenders Association | www.iba-world.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In honor of St. Valentine, the guys pull a drink from the "dark ages" of cocktails-- a peachy one that packs a punch!SILK PANTIES RECIPE: 2oz/60ml VODKA1oz/30ml PEACH SCHNAPPS2 dashes, optional PEACH BITTERSCombine ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake and fine strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with peach slice.Recipe via Difford's Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys make a Negroni variant named in honor New York's Cardinal Spellman (at the Excelsior Hotel in the 1950's, of course.)CARDINALE RECIPE: 1.33oz/40ml GIN.66oz/20ml BITTER CAMPARI .33oz/10mlDRY VERMOUTHPour ingredients into a mixing glass with ice cubes. Stir well. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.Recipe via the International Bartenders Association | www.iba-world.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys make another party shot, this time combining the flavors of jelly/jam and dough!JELLY DONUT SHOT RECIPE: 1 part BAILEY'S IRISH CREAM1 part CHAMBORD Pour Chambord into a shot glass and gently top with Bailey's Irish Cream to create a layered effect. Shoot and enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys invent a cool new shot inspired by The King's famous sandwich.ELVIS SHOT RECIPE: 1 part PEANUT BUTTER WHISKEY1 part BANANA LIQUEURPour ingredients into a shaker filled with ice. Shake until chilled and strain into a shot glass. Swivel your hips and then enjoy.via The Sloppy Boys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys enjoy a brew of a very different sort! Make a cup of hot brown and join the fun. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last week's was a bloggy tribute drink. Now the guys drink the one that was made for and named after the actual guy.CHURCHILL RECIPE: BLENDED SCOTCH WHISKEY 1.5oz/45mlCOINTREAU .5oz/15ml SWEET RED VERMOUTH .5oz/15mlLIME JUICE .5oz/15ml Add all ingredients into a shaker with ice and shake until well-chilled.Strain into chilled coupe glass.Recipe via Liquor.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys try a drink inspired by Winston Churchill's legendary breakfast, famously capped off with a cigar and scotch whisky.CHURCHILL'S BREAKFAST RECIPE: 2.8oz/83ml RYE WHISKEY1.1oz/33ml COLD BREW COFFEE.66oz/20ml MAPLE SYRUP 1 dash ANGOSTURA BITTERS2 CINNAMON STICKSBurn a cinnamon stick and smoke a coupe glass. Grate fresh cinnamon into the glass. Combine remaining ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into the coupe. Garnish with burned cinnamon stick.Recipe via ChefSteps Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys take on a high-proof Chinese baijiu, renowned for its bold flavors and notorious reputation among Western palates.Wu Liang Ye is available in select stores, like Total Wine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The boys wrap up the West Coast pod tour with a seasonal sensation fresh from Kalpy's test kitchen!ALPINE CRUSH RECIPE: 1 bottle/can/draft COORS LIGHT1 shot RUMPLE-MINZEChill ingredients until utterly cold. Take the shot, crush the beer, and hit the slopes basically. Or, pour shot into beer for Wild Child Style.Recipe via Tim KalpakisThe Sloppy Boys are coming to a city near you! Tickets available via our linktree! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys reassess a fan favorite in the very city where Negroni Week began.NEGRONI RECIPE:1oz/30ml GIN1oz/30ml BITTER CAMPARI 1oz/30ml SWEET RED VERMOUTHPour ingredients into a chilled old fashioned glass filled with ice. Stir gently. Garnish with half orange slice.The Sloppy Boys are coming to a city near you! Tickets available via our linktree! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The boys kick off the pod tour in the Great White North, covering a martini-like drink named for the city itself!VANCOUVER RECIPE:1.66oz/50ml GIN.66oz/20ml BENEDICTINE DOM 1oz/30ml SKEET RED VERMOUTH1 dash ORANGE BITTERSStir all ingredients on ice and fine strain into a coupe glass. Garnish with orange zest twist or Luxardo cherry.The Sloppy Boys are coming to a city near you! Tickets available via our linktree! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys continue their time-honored Thanksgiving tradition of making old fashioneds-- this year using maple syrup.MAPLE OLD FASHIONED RECIPE: 1.66oz/50ml BOURBON WHISKEY.5oz/15ml RYE WHISKEY.33/10ml MAPLE SYRUP1 dash ORANGE BITTERS3 drops SALINE SOLUTION 4:1**20g sea salt to 80g waterStir all ingredients with ice. Strain into an ice-filled old fashioned glass (preferably over a large cube)Recipe via Difford's Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys try an Italian hazelnut-and-herb liqueur and try to figure out what to do with it.Frangelico is available in select stores. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys continue their exploration of Laird's apple brandies with an old-timey cocktail given new life by PDT founder Jim Meehan.APPLEJACK RABBIT RECIPE:1.5oz/45ml LAIRD'S BONDED APPLE BRANDY.75oz/22ml LEMON JUICE.5oz/15ml ORANGE JUICE2oz/60mlGRADE B MAPLE SYRUPAdd ingredients into a shaker with ice and shake until well-chilled.Strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with a lemon twist.Recipe via Liquor.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys make an apple brandy cocktail popular in the '20s and '30s that has since fallen off (far from the tree.)JACK ROSE RECIPE:1.5oz/45ml APPLEJACK.75oz/22ml LEMON JUICE.5oz/15ml GRENADINEAdd ingredients into a shaker with ice and shake until well-chilled.Fine strain into a coupe glass and garnish with a lemon twist.Recipe via Liquor.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys make a hit whiskey-and-champagne cocktail from the craft blogosphereHARVEST SPARKLE RECIPE: 1oz/30ml WHISKEY1tbsp + 1tsp CIDER HONEY SYRUP* 1oz/30ml (or top up) PROSECCOCIDER HONE SYRUP RECIPE: 1/2 cup HONEY1/4 tsp GROUND GINGER1/4 tsp GROUND CINNAMON1/8 tsp GROUND CLOVES1 cup ORANGE JUICEIn a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk ingredients together until it starts to bubble. Remove from heat and let it cool for 5 minutes.Combine whiskey and cider honey syrup in a shaker filled with ice.Shake and strain into a cocktail glass, then add prosecco. Garnish with rosemary sprig.Recipe via Fedandfit.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys make the national drink of Mexico; a spicy-yet-sweet cocktail originally sold in a plastic bag with a straw.VAMPIRO RECIPE:Pour all ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with a lime wedge.2oz/60ml REPOSADO TEQUILA1oz/30ml TOMATO JUICE1oz/30ml ORANGE JUICE .5oz/15ml LIME JUICE .5oz/15ml GRENADINE 7 drops HOT SAUCE 1 pinch SALT 1 grind PEPPER Recipe via Difford's Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In honor of the fourth anniversary of the pod, the guys take a shot combining four whiskeys!FOUR HORSEMEN RECIPE:.5oz/15ml JOHNNIE WALKER BLACK.5oz/15ml JACK DANIEL'S.5oz/15ml JIM BEAM.5oz/15ml JAMESONAdd all ingredients into a shot glass and serve.Recipe via Bevvy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys drink a swingin' 70s cocktail cooked up by Madison Avenue fatcats following the success of the Harvey Wallbanger. Magazines pushing mail-away offers for "Swampwater Party Kits" included invitations, napkins and mason jars adorned with a cartoon crocodile mascot.SWAMPWATER RECIPE: 1.5oz/45ml GREEN CHARTREUSE6oz/180ml PINEAPPLE JUICE one quarter LIMEFill a mason jar with ice. Add ingredients, juice lime and stir to combine. Garnish with a lime wheel.SloppyRecipe via Chartreuse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys welcome their hilarious friend Paul for a deep dive into a classic highball. First joined in 1907, the combination of Jack Daniel's Old No. 7 Tennessee Whiskey and Coca-Cola has become one of the world's most ordered mixed drinks. In 2023, the companies released a ready-to-drink can version in stores that isn't as good.JACK AND COKE RECIPE:2oz/60ml JACK DANIEL'Stop up COCA-COLAFill a highball glass 3/4 full with cubed ice. Pour Jack Daniel's over ice. Top with Coca-Cola.Recipe via Jack Daniel'sSaturday Night hits theatres nationwide October 11th Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys make a martini known in the 1900s for omitting then-traditional bitters, and today identified by its pickled cocktail onion garnish.GIBSON RECIPE 2.5oz/75ml GIN.42oz/12ml DRY VERMOUTHStir all ingredients with ice and strain into a chilled cocktail glass.Garnish with a pair of skewered pickled cocktail onions.Recipe via The Failing New York Times Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys make and old and storied Gin drink named after a naval doctor, Rear-Admiral Sir Thomas Desmond GimletteGIMLET RECIPE2oz/60ml LONDON DRY GIN.75oz/22ml LIME JUICE .75oz/22ml SIMPLE SYRUP Combine ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a lime wheel.Recipe via Vinepair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys make the official drink of the US Open, featuring a honeydew garnish that resembles tiny tennis balls.HONEY DEUCE RECIPE: 1.25oz/37ml VODKA3oz/90ml LEMONADE5oz/15mlRASPBERRY LIQUEURFill a chilled highball glass with cubed ice. Combine ingredients in the glass and stir. Garnish with a skewer of honeydew melon balls.Recipe via the US Open Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys make the viral sensation from the Kroger corporation!Hot Dog Water Cocktail Recipe: 2oz/60ml HOT DOG WATER*2oz/60ml JIM BEAM1 squeeze LEMON JUICECombine all ingredients in a shaker filled with ice. Shake and strain into a rocks glass filled ice. Garnish with cocktail onion, yellow pepper, cherry tomato and cocktail weiner.*Boil hot dogs in waterRecipe via Kroger Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys make a summery sparkling wine cocktail from famed bartender Jeffrey Morgenthaler.LONE RANGER RECIPE1.5oz/45ml TEQUILA 1oz/30ml LEMON JUICE .5oz/15ml RICH SIMPLE SYRUP 2oz/60ml BRUT ROSÉ SPARKLING WINEAdd ingredients (except Rosé) to a shaker with ice and shake until well-chilled. Add the Rosé and strain into a Collins glass filled with ice. Garnish with a lemon twist.Recipe via Liquor.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys celebrate the release of Blood, Sweat and Beers with a three-glass tequila shot traditionally drunk on Mexican Independence Day.BANDERA SHOT RECIPE1.5oz/45ml LIME JUICE1.5oz/45ml PATRÔN SILVER1.5oz/45ml SANGRITA*Pour the three shots and present them in a row like the Mexican flag.Serve cold.SANGRITA RECIPE.5oz/15ml TOMATO JUICE.5oz/15ml POMEGRANATE JUICE.25oz/7.5ml ORANGE JUICE.5oz/15ml LIME JUICE 1 barspoon/5ml GRENADINE 2 dashes WORCESTERSHIRE2 drops HOT SAUCE 1 pinch SALT1 grind PEPPERCombine ingredients, shake on ice and strain into a shot glass.Recipe via Diffords Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys celebrate 200 episodes with shots of a traditional greek aperitif! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The boys take the stage in their first-ever live podcast, recorded at iO Fest in Chicago! They celebrate the Windy City, drink Jeppson's Malört and Old Style, and just absolutely crush.pint OLD STYLEshot JEPPSON'S MALÖRTPour Jeppson's Malört into a shot glass and Old Style into a pint glass. Take the shot in one go and then sip the beer.Recipe via Chicago, IL Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Enjoy this [UNLOCKED] episode of Questions for Lennon, our monthly bonus episode available to Patreon subscribers.Visit patreon.com/thesloppyboys for more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys try a Rosé and Gatorade thing that popped up online, originally from Joe's Inn in Richmond, VA.ROSÉDERADE RECIPE 1 serving ROSÉtop off RED GATORADEJust as it sounds, Rose topped with Red Gatorade, served over ice with a lime.Recipe via Joe's Inn, Richmond, Virginia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Enjoy this [UNLOCKED] episode of The Sloppy Boys Blowout, our weekly bonus episode available to Patreon subscribers.The guys put their health at risk.Visit patreon.com/thesloppyboys for more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys blend up a Fire Island staple sure to shoot ya to the moon.ROCKET FUEL RECIPE2 parts 151 RUM1 part AMARETTO 4 parts PINEAPPLE JUICE1 part COCO LOPEZBlend ingredients (except Amaretto) with ice in an electric blender. Pour into a large glass and float Amaretto on top. Garnish with pineapple slice and a cocktail cherry (optional).Recipe Via CJ's Restaurant & Bar, Fire IslandBrats (2024)Brat summer continues as the guys turn their attention to Andrew McCarthy's "Brat Pack" documentary, now streaming on Hulu. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.